The region around the Paracel Islands and the South China Sea is important to the economies of the surrounding states in terms of the fish resources and potential for energy reserves, which result in diplomatic and physical clashes. The large flow of maritime commerce around the Paracel Islands is also crucial to the economic well-being of the region and the world, and occupation of the islands…
This book is for all the people who make the pilgrimage to their Capitol, who I see coming in the thousands to learn about the goverment of which they're such an integral part. It's for everyone who feels strongly enogh to write a letter to register an opinion, or pick up the phone or send an e-mail to the members of thr most powerful parliament in the world.
Now thoroughly updated, this widely praised book provides a thoughtful and balanced examination of the development of Russian foreign policy since the end of the Cold War. This edition also places developments of the past two decades into the broader sweep of Russian history. Presenting an even-handed treatment of controversial issues, Jeffrey Mankoff analyzes Russia's interactions with major g…
"I have attempted to take the high ground," writes George F. Kennan in the foreword to this illuminating work, "trying to stick to the broader dimensions of things--the ones that would still be visible and significant in future decades." Against the background of a century of wars, revolution, and uneasy peace, Mr. Kennan advances his thoughts on a broad front: how the individual's quest for po…
It exposes some of the myths and fallacies which dashed Africa's hopes for peace and prosperity and may even make headlines itself with startling revelations about high-level international intrigues and 'dirty tricks' that have dogged both the author's life - and that of Africa's.
The Routledge Dictionary of Twentieth-Century Political Thinkers introduces the reader to important thinkers from the early years of the century to the contemporary period. Through them an informed, reliable and accessible guide to the ideas that have influenced political activity and thought in the twentieth century is provided.
This book discusses political science from various theories. Also explained are various ruling classes, systems, social types and legal defenses. Several government sciences are also explained.
Joseph Nye coined the term "soft power" to describe a nation's ability to attract and persuade. Whereas hard power-the ability to coerce- grows out of a country's military or economic might, soft power arises from the attractiveness of its culture, political ideals, and policies. Hard power remains crucial in a world of states trying to guard their independence and of non-state groups willin…
Nations fret about their shrinking sovereignty as large numbers of immigrants cross borders at will. Multinational corporations quietly draw up contracts that sidestep the legal institutions of their "home" territories. Complex financial ties tightly bind competing national centers such as New York and Tokyo, putting these cities in a nomad's land beyond the reach of any one state.
Events since 11 September 2001 have dramatically altered the security environment in the Muslim world and in Southeast Asia in particular. With the uncovering of an extensive terrorist network in Southeast Asia, the region has emerged as a major battleground in the global war on terrorism. Yet the issues raised by political Islam in Southeast Asia are much broader than the problem of terrorism.…